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Photo by BrianKrimm
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Field Notes

Description:

Definitely a wolf spider. I hope someone could possibly give its actual scientific name but it seems to be very common in Michigan. The spider carries its young in a sac connected to its abdomen.

Habitat:

Tall grasses and underneath logs and other plant debris. Also found underneath waterspouts and in between the walls of my house and the tall grass that lines it.

Notes:

They don't seem to mind huddling in groups. I've seen as many as 6 living in close proximity to each other without attacking one another. The spider itself seems to be extremely non-aggressive and will even allow you to grab and hold it.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)

Thank you I think I shall do just that
Nice spotting with the egg sac! You could submit this to BugGuide.net for help in getting a specific ID.
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PublishedMay 30, 2013

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